Caring Tips for Mengdian fleshy plants
Let me share some topics about succulent plants, specifically the caring tips for Mengdian fleshy plants. The site editor will introduce the following information to our netizens.
Mengdian fleshy plants belong to the Crassula genus of the Sedum family, with the scientific name Crassula cornuta. Their grayish-white leaves are tightly arranged in opposite pairs, with flat-conical leaves. The leaf surface has a slight felt-like texture, and when viewed from above, the leaves form a square shape. From the side, they resemble a pagoda with long horns. The leaves are tightly arranged in layers, maintaining a grayish-white color year-round. In low-light conditions, the leaves may stretch out and turn gray-green.
The flowers of Mengdian are milky white with pentagonal petals, and the flowers are clustered together. Pollination must be cross-pollination, as these flowers are small and pollination can be somewhat challenging, requiring the use of a miniature pollination pen with patience. Propagation methods include sowing, dividing, and cutting the top. After cutting the top, the remaining part will sprout suckers.
The soil for Mengdian can be a mix of peat,珍珠岩 (perlite), and a bit of coal slag, in a ratio of approximately 1:1:1. To isolate the plant from direct contact with the soil surface and to improve aeration, it is common to use clean river sand or pumice stones, which are granulated and have a size of 3 to 5 millimeters.
Watering should only be done when the soil is completely dry, and no watering should be done when it's not dry.
When watering, try to water the soil, and during normal growth, the leaves can be washed with water to keep them clean. In summer, be careful not to get water in the leaf heart, as it is prone to rotting. Mengdian does not grow too fast and easily forms clusters after cutting the top.
The above is a detailed introduction to the caring tips for Mengdian fleshy plants. Have you understood it?